Qantas to switch domestic fleet to Airbus in blow to Boeing


"This is a clear sign of our confidence in the future and we've locked in pricing ahead of what is likely to be a big uptick in demand for next-generation narrowbody aircraft," Qantas Chief Executive Alan Joyce (pic) said in a statement.

SYDNEY: Qantas Airways Ltd said on Thursday it has chosen Airbus SE as the preferred supplier to replace its domestic fleet, switching away from Boeing Co.

The airline said it had committed to buying 20 Airbus A321XLR planes and 20 A220 jets as well as 94 purchase options, subject to board approval expected by June 2022.

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